With rising demand for STEM and management programs worldwide, the GRE is emerging as a key credential that supports global admissions and future ready skills.
Global higher education is transforming rapidly as technology, new job markets, and cross border mobility reshape how students plan their academic futures. Recent reports show a decisive shift toward skills-based learning, with almost 80 percent of respondents in the 2025 ETS Human Progress Report stating that skills-based credentials will rival traditional degrees by 2035. At the same time, the World Economic Forum projects the creation of 97 million new jobs within five years, underscoring the need for adaptable, analytical, and multidisciplinary talent.
This shift is especially visible in STEM fields. The 2024 GRE Snapshot Report notes that more than half of GRE test takers are pursuing STEM degrees. For Indian students, demand remains strong, supported by the opportunity to work in the United States for up to 36 months after a STEM degree. The GRE has become an important gateway for this journey, offering access to graduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across science, business, law, and humanities.
Accepted by more than 20,000 programs in 72 countries, the GRE gives students flexibility, mobility, and a globally trusted benchmark. With features such as ScoreSelect and five-year score validity, it helps students navigate unpredictable conditions while strengthening the skills needed for a fast-changing workforce.
[Source – Economic Times]
